Holy Songs, Carols, and Sacred Ballads ‎#142

142. I sought the Lord, and afterward I knew

1 I sought the Lord, and afterward I knew
He moved my soul to it Who sought for me;
It was not I that found, O Saviour true;
No, I was found of Thee.

2 Thou didst reach forth Thy hand and mine enfold;
I walk'd and sank not on the storm-vexed sea;
But not so much that I on Thee took hold
As by Thy hold of me.

3 I find, I walk, I love, but ah, the whole
Of love is but my answer, Lord, to Thee;
Lord, Thou wert long beforehand with my soul—
Always Thou lovèdst me.

Text Information

• First Line: I sought the Lord, and afterward I knew
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1880
• Notes: Public Domain.

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